All Reviews for Outdoor Adventures

Since arriving on the Big Island, the weather has been very windy, so I was worried about the conditions at the summit, but it was completely calm! There was a bit of altitude sickness, but more than that, the view of nature from 4,000 meters was breathtaking!

ハワイ島に着いてからずっと強風の天候だったので、山頂の天気を心配していましたがまったくの無風状態！
多少の酸欠もありましたが、それ以上に４０００ｍから眺める大自然は迫力がありました！

We had a great time on the tour, the guides were funny and very well informed about the islands history. Would definitely recommend this to anyone who wants to have a nice drive through, otherwise inaccessible, parts of Kauai.

This excursions was excellent. We did the hike and the bike ride. I wish the waterfall actually had some water falling down but that was beyond the control of the guides. The bike ride was amazing and the lunch view was breath taking.

At the base, the wind was strong, and I was worried, but thanks to the provided winter gear at the summit, it wasn't cold even in winter. The guide took a photo of me jumping with the sunset in the background at the top, which became a wonderful keepsake. Thank you very much. I would like to recommend this to acquaintances as well.

麓では風が強く、心配していたのですが頂上では用意していただいた防寒具のおかげで冬でもさむくありませんでした。ガイドさんが撮影してくれた頂上で夕日をバックにジャンプして写真がとても良い記念になりました。ありがとうございました。知人にもオススメしたいとおもいます。

I finally went on the sunset and stargazing tour, which was my main purpose for coming to Hawaii! This is a tour that you absolutely must participate in when you come to the Big Island. The emotions you experience here are something you can't get in Japan!!

Our hotel was at Kanaloa, and since we were the southernmost guests, we were picked up first. The meeting time was at 1 PM. From there, we stopped at other hotels, and off we went to Mauna Kea! (On the way, we were also taken to a lava cave, which was interesting for an adventure lover like me. Although the pickup is early in the south, this kind of perk makes it worth it♪)

The journey to Mauna Kea is incredibly long, but you can enjoy the unique scenery of the Big Island along the way, and the guide's stories kept us entertained. This is definitely a perk of the tour.

We arrived at the Onizuka Center! Even though it's supposed to be a high-altitude area, it didn't feel that way. We received a bento box and warm miso soup (with chopped green onions!) and took a break. The bento was delicious, tailored for Japanese tastes. There was also warm tea, coffee, and cocoa—everything you could want.

After acclimatizing to the altitude, we continued our ascent up Mauna Kea. The weather was nice, and since it was warmer than usual, we were lent down pants and jackets, but it wasn't freezing at all; it was very comfortable.

Finally, we reached the summit! The scenery felt like another world—like Earth? Mars? I couldn't help but think that! I'm so glad I came. It was breathtaking. (I heard that scenes from 2001: A Space Odyssey and Star Wars were filmed here. I can see why.)

The Subaru that Japan is proud of!! And there was a radar-like device that I've only seen on screen! Just being in this scenery was moving (T T).

And finally, the sunset! The weather was good, and we could even see Maui in the distance. My excitement was through the roof, and I kept pressing the camera shutter. (But let's not forget, we're over 4,000 meters above sea level. If you get too excited and start running around, you can get altitude sickness. I almost did. But actually, that was fun☆ It's a rare experience after all.)

The sun sank into the sea of clouds, and tears streamed down my cheeks... The sun sets surprisingly quickly. I've heard that some people miss it while they're in the restroom.

As we soaked in the afterglow of the sunset, we descended a bit to the stargazing location (apparently, there's a good time to be at the summit). When we got out of the car, the starry sky spread out before us... I've never seen anything like this (○□○)! As the night deepened, the sky filled more and more with stars! And we could even see the red light of Kilauea in the distance! Plus, the guide's interesting explanations about the stars! It was the clearest and most engaging explanation I've ever received, even better than any planetarium. I never imagined I could get such clear explanations about constellations from real stars. I want to come back when my zodiac sign is visible♪

And so, we began our descent. The way back was pitch dark, and we couldn't see anything. It was a bit boring, but that can't be helped. Driving in such darkness while talking, I was really impressed by our guide. Their personality was also touching. They were great at storytelling, very kind, and shared a lot of information about the Big Island. I really felt that it was a good choice to go with this tour, as having a Japanese-speaking guide abroad allows you to learn information thoroughly.

Everyone should definitely participate in this when they go to the Big Island! I highly recommend it~ (´ω`)ノ

ハワイに来る一番の目的だったサンセット＆星空観測ツアーに遂に行ってきました！
ハワイ島に来たからには絶対に参加すべきと思えるツアーでした。日本では得られない感動がここにある！！

私達のホテルはカナロアで、お客さんの中で最南端だったため最初にピックアップ。時間は１３時の待ち合わせでした。そこから他のホテルへも寄りながら、さぁいざマウナケアへ！（ピックアップの途中にも溶岩窟？へ案内してもらいました。そこも冒険好きの私には面白かった。南だとピックアップが早いけど、こんな特典もあるならお得かな♪）
マウナケアへはとーーーーーーっても長い道のりですが、行く道中もハワイ島ならではの景色を堪能できるのとガイドさんのお話で退屈しませんでした。これもツアーならではの特典ですね。
オニヅカセンターへ到着！高山のはずが、そんな感じは受けず。お弁当と温かいお味噌汁（刻み生ネギつき！）をもらって各々一休憩。日本人に合わせたお弁当で美味しくいただけました。そして温かいお茶、コーヒー、ココアいたれりつくせりでした。
高所順応も済み、まだまだマウナケアを登ります。天気も良く、例年よりも温かいということで、ダウンパンツ、ジャケットを貸してもらいましたが、震えるような寒さはなく、とても快適。
さぁ頂上に着きました！ここは本当に地球？火星？と本当に思ってしまうような異世界の景色！来てよかった。感動。（２００１年宇宙の旅やスターウォーズのロケもしたらしい。納得。）
日本が誇るスバル！！そして画面でしかみたことないようなレーダーみたいのある！！この景色の中に自分がいると思うだけで感動（T　T）。
そしていよいよサンセットです！天気も良く、遠くにはマウイ島まで見えます。テンションは上がりっぱなし。カメラのシャッターも押しっぱなし。（しかし忘れてはいけません。ここは地上４０００ｍ超です。テンション上がってはしゃぎまくると酸欠になります。なりかけました。でも実はそれも楽しい☆なかなかできない体験ですからね。）
雲海が広がる中に除所に沈んでいく太陽。涙がほほを伝います。。。。。
沈み始めると案外早い太陽さん。トイレに行ってる間に見逃す人もいるらしいです。
サンセットの余韻に浸りながら星空観測の場所へ少し下山します（頂上にいて良い時間が決まっているそうです）。
車から降りると、そこに広がる星空。。。こんなの見たこと無い（○□○）！！夜が更けていくうちにどんどん空が星で埋まってく！しかもなんと遠くにキラウェアの赤い光まで見えるではないですか！そしてガイドさんの面白星空解説！いままでのどのプラネタリウムよりもわかりやすく、面白い解説でした。本物の星でこんなにわかりやすく星座の解説受けられるなんて思ってもみませんでした。次は自分の星座が見られる時期に来たいな♪

そんなこんなで下山です。帰りの道中は真っ暗で何も見えないですね。ちょっと退屈だけど、それは仕方ない。そんな中運転してお話して、ガイドさんすごいな～。ガイドさんの人柄も感動でした。お話も上手、とても優しく親切にしていただき、ハワイ島情報もたくさんいただきました。やはり海外に来てもツアーは日本語でガイドしてもらえると情報がしっかり学べるので、こちらのツアーにして良かったと思えるポイントです。

みなさんハワイ島に行ったからには絶対に参加すべきです！お勧めで～す(´ω`)ノ

I participated in this tour in mid-February. I don't think there's any need to hesitate. If you come to the Big Island, you must see the sunset or sunrise from Mauna Kea, as well as the breathtaking starry sky, which is said to be the closest to space.

The best part of this tour is the hospitality. Even if you're not used to traveling abroad, this tour covers various concerns you might have. Although it was only available on Sundays, the dinner bento was delicious, and the miso soup that the guide brought was excellent. Warm drinks were provided as needed, along with warm clothing.

And above all, our reliable guide! From trivia about the Big Island to its history, tips for managing your condition on the mountain, super-fast photo taking, and a workshop on photographing the starry sky with a DSLR, plus a constellation lesson on-site! The guide's driving was perfect; he truly was a Superman.

I was really glad to join Masashi's tour. I had a fun and wonderful time. One thing to be cautious about is that in winter, there may be snow near the summit, which could lead to restrictions on entry. This time, we were not affected due to the mild winter, but I think it's good to check.

Also, the warm clothing provided is really effective, so if you want to minimize your luggage, you might be able to manage with just a little effort.

I hope more people will have the best experience on this tour in the future! Thank you very much!

私は2月中旬に当ツアーに参加しました。
迷う必要はないと思います。ハワイ島に来たなら、マウナケアからのサンセット、もしくはサンライズ。そして宇宙に最も近いという満天の星空は、必ず見ておくべきと感じました。
このツアーの良いところは、おもてなしにあります。
海外に慣れてなくても、様々な不安をカバーしてくれるツアーになっています。
日曜日限定でしたが夕飯のお弁当も美味しく、ガイドさんが持参してくださったお味噌汁も最高。適宜準備される温かい飲み物に、防寒着。
そして何よりも、頼りになるガイドさん！ハワイ島の豆知識から歴史、山での体調管理方法に超高速写真撮影、そして一眼レフでの星空撮影講座に現地での星座講座！！！運転も完璧なその姿はまさにスーパーマン。
本当にマサシさんの当ツアーに参加して正解でした。楽しく最高の時間を過ごす事ができました。
注意しなければならないのは、冬季は山頂付近に雪が降るため、入山規制がかかる可能性があることです。今回は暖冬の影響でかかりませんでしたが、確認した方が良いと思います。
また、防寒着は本当に温かいものを準備してくださっているので、荷物を少なくしたい方は、気合いでなんとかなるところもあります。笑
それでは、今後もこのツアーで最高の体験をする方が増えることをお祈りしております！！
本当にありがとうございました！

The sea of clouds and sunset from the summit of Mauna Kea truly moved me with its natural beauty. The temperature drops to around 0 degrees, so I was well-prepared with a ski jacket, pants, knit hat, and gloves—this level of preparation is something only Japanese tours provide, right?! Stargazing was also enjoyable; lying on the cold ground and looking up at the star-filled sky was a great experience. Our guide, Matsuzaki, provided entertaining talks and shared his knowledge of constellations, and he also helped us adjust various camera settings for photographing the stars with our DSLRs. This trip to the Big Island was exactly what I aimed for, so I am very satisfied!!

マウナケア山頂からの雲海、サンセット自然の美しさにほんと感動しました。
気温０度くらいまで下がるのでスキージャケットにパンツ、ニット帽に手袋まで至れり尽くせりは日本人ツアーだけでは？！
星空観測も満点の星空を冷たい地面に寝転んで見上げるのも楽しかった。
ガイドの松崎さんの楽しいトーク、星座の知識ほはもちろん一眼レフで星を撮影するための様々なメーカーのカメラの調節までよくやってくれました。
今回のハワイ島はこれが目的だったので大満足です！！

What everyone is curious about is, without a doubt, the pricing! Let me share it with you!!!

* The fun part has already been extensively covered by everyone!
* Additionally, I'll note some other observations!

In my case...

■ Skydiving (altitude 4,267m)
- Pre-payment in Japan: SALE price: $179 (regular: $190)

■ On-site payments (cash)
- Tip for the driver: $10
- Tip for the tandem instructor: $20
- Tip for the photographer: $20

* For the driver, $10-$20, handed directly during hotel drop-off.
* For the instructor, $20-$40, put in an envelope and dropped in their personal mailbox after the jump.
* For the photographer, $20-$40, put in an envelope and dropped in their personal mailbox after the jump.

■ On-site payments (card)
- Video + stills: $230

* It seems you can decide whether to purchase the video or stills after viewing the data.
* Since the photographer is also jumping, saying you don't want either video or stills is not an option.
* The data can be received on a USB.
* There are courses where the instructor takes photos, but since it's still expensive, it's definitely better to have the photographer do it! (I saw the video taken by the instructor on-site.)
* There can be quite a difference in the photographer's skills. It's a matter of luck!
* Since you descend at 200 km/h, even if you're cute, you might not look that cute in the photos! Make sure to tie your hair back neatly! (Hair can get messy!)
* If you're concerned about your upper arms, wear a long-sleeve undershirt (the wind pressure makes your flesh jiggle!)
* There is a notebook for writing impressions of the instructor and photographer. I didn't know about the notebook since I was the first jump after arriving.
* You probably can't request a specific instructor (due to weight limits, etc.), but it would be fun if you could request a photographer based on their skills! Maybe you could ask?
* There was an ATM in the office.

■ To summarize the total amount I paid:

- Skydiving (pre-payment): $179 (SALE price)
- Driver tip (cash): $10
- Instructor tip (cash): $20
- Photographer tip (cash): $20
- Video/stills data (card): $230

Total: $459
That's quite expensive...

■ If you skip the photography

- Skydiving (pre-payment): $179 (SALE price)
- Driver tip (cash): $10
- Instructor tip (cash): $20

Total: $209
That's how it works.

* This is based on the prices I paid in March 2016! Just so you know!!!

I had a little chat with the long-winded driver who often appears in everyone's impressions during the wait time.

He doesn't really recommend getting the photos.

According to him,
"Just the memories are enough." If you have the chance to come here again, you might be offered various options, but firmly refuse and say, "I just want to jump!" Please challenge yourself again.
"Wasn't it great?"

Yes! It was super great!

* But, you definitely want to have photos from your first jump!

Lastly,
Even if the stories from the elderly aren't interesting, you should listen to them!

皆さんが気になるのはズバリ、料金ですよね！
お教えしましょう！！！

※楽しさは、さんざん皆さんが書いておられるので！
※その他、気が付いた事を記しておきます！

私の場合。。。

■スカイダイビング（高度４２６７ｍ）
・日本にて事前支払い：ＳＡＬＥ価格：１７９ドル（通常：１９０ドル）

■現地のでの支払い（現金）
・送迎ドライバーへのチップ：１０ドル
・タンデムインストラクターへのチップ：２０ドル
・カメラマンへのチップ：２０ドル

※ドライバー、１０～２０ドル、直接手渡し、ホテルへの送り時に渡す
※インストラクター、２０～４０ドル、ジャンプ後、封筒に入れて個人ポストに投函
※カメラマン、２０～４０ドル、ジャンプ後、封筒に入れて個人ポストに投函

■現地での支払い（カード）
・ムービー+スチール：２３０ドル

※ムービーｏｒスチールは、データーを見てから購入するか判断出来るようです。
※カメラマンも飛んでいるので、ムービー、スチール、どっちっも『いらない』は
　ダメです。
※データーはＵＳＢでもらえます。
※インストラクターが撮影するコースもありますが、どっちみち高額なので、
　カメラマンに撮影してもらったほうが断然いいです！
　（インストラクターが、撮影した動画を現地で見ました。）
※カメラマンの腕に、結構差があります。これは運ですね！
※２００キロの高速で降下するので、可愛い人でも、なかなか可愛く写りません！
　髪は後ろにキッチリまとめる！（髪がバサバサ！）
　二の腕が気になる人は、長袖のアンダーシャツを着る（風圧で肉がブルブル！）
　などの対策が必要です！
※インストラクター、カメラマンの感想を書くノートがあります。
　私は、到着後１番目のジャンプだったので、ノートの存在を知りませんでした。
　たぶんインストラクターの指名は出来ないと思いますが（体重制限とか、、、）
　カメラマンは、腕前で指名出来ると面白いですよね！言ったら出来るかも？
※オフィスにＡＴＭがありました。

■長くなりましたが、私が支払った料金の合計

・スカイダイビング（事前）：１７９ドル（ＳＡＬＥ価格）
・ドライバーチップ（現金）：１０ドル
・インストラクターチップ（現金）：２０ドル
・カメラマンチップ（現金）：２０ドル
・ムービー/スチール データ（カード）：２３０ドル

合計：４５９ドル
高いですね。。。

■撮影を無しにすれば

・スカイダイビング（事前）：１７９ドル（ＳＡＬＥ価格）
・ドライバーチップ（現金）：１０ドル
・インストラクターチップ（現金）：２０ドル

合計：２０９ドル
に、なるわけですね。

※2016年3月、私が支払った料金参照です！あしからず！！！

皆さんの感想にしばしば登場する、
話の長いドライバーのお爺さんと待ち時間に、ちょっと話をしました。

彼は、撮影をあまりオススメしていません。

彼曰く
「思い出だけで充分なんですよ」もしまた、ここに来る機会があるなら、
あれこれオプションをすすめられるだろうけど、頑として断って
「私は、ジャンプだけでいいです！」って、もう一度、是非チャレンジして下さい。
「気持ちよかったでしょ？」

はい！ちょー気持ちよかったっす！

※でも、初めてのジャンプは写真残したいよね！

最後に、
お年寄りの話は、面白くなくても聞いてやるもんだぜ！

I had wanted to try horseback riding for a long time, but I never expected to be able to do it on the beaches of Hawaii. The horses were friendly, and I highly recommend everyone to experience it. I think it will be a fun time. We were lucky with the weather, and the Japanese guide provided thorough explanations, which made me very satisfied. It was a bit disappointing that the free time at the pineapple farm and in Haleiwa Town was a little short. Next time, I want to challenge myself to horseback riding in the canyon with my grandchild.

以前から乗馬をしてみたかったのですが、まさかハワイの海岸で実現出来るとは思ってもいませんでした。馬もなついていて、みなさん是非体験してみてください。楽しい時間になると思います。天候に恵まれ日本人のガイドさんが丁寧に説明していただき大満足です。パイナップル農場やハレイワタウンでの自由時間がちょっと短かったのが残念。次回は渓谷乗馬に孫と挑戦したいと思っています。

I participated on the last day of my honeymoon. It was the perfect tour to wrap things up!

The sunset at the summit of Mauna Kea was the most beautiful and moving sunset I have ever seen. The clouds were only below, and the way the colors of the sky gradually changed was very impressive.

To avoid affecting the observatory at the summit, stargazing is done a little below the peak. The guide finds the best spot for viewing that day, even if it's not at the summit. When we first set out, there weren't many stars visible, and I wondered if we would really see that many. However, when we arrived at the observation point and got out of the car, we were greeted by an unexpectedly stunning starry sky! I was truly moved to see so many stars shining.

The guide was also very entertaining, making the tour a lot of fun. Additionally, they took many photos for us. They stopped the car at great photo spots, like when a rainbow appeared or when the clouds cleared for a better view, and took the best pictures! Furthermore, if you have a DSLR camera, they can help you with stargazing photography.

I wholeheartedly recommend this tour without any reservations!

ハネムーンの最終日に参加しました。
最後を締めくくるのに相応しい、最高のツアーでした！

マウナケア山頂でのサンセットは、今まで見てきたサンセットの中で一番美しく感動的でした。また雲が下の方にしかなく、一面に広がる空の色が徐々に変わっていく様子がとても印象的でした。

山頂の観測所に影響を出さないため、星空観察は山頂から少しくだったところで行います。
山頂ではなくともその日1番キレイに見える場所をガイドさんが探してくれます。
車を出すときはそこまで星がでておらず、本当にそんなにたくさん見えるのかな？と思っておりましたが、いざ観測ポイントに到着するし下車してみるとそこには想像にもしていなかったほどの満点の星空が！！！！
本当はこんなにたくさんの星が輝いているのかととても感動しました。

ガイドさんもとても面白い方で、とても楽しくツアーに参加することができました。
また、たくさん写真も撮ってくださります。
道中虹が出た時や、雲がなくなって景色が良くなった時、すばるの展望台など、写真スポットでクルマを停めて、最高の写真を撮ってくださいます！さらに、一眼レフを持っていれば星空の撮影も手伝っていただけます。

文句なしの本当にオススメのツアーです！

We are from New York an during our vacation in Oahu we planned a day to do the zip lining and horseback riding. Unfortunately my husband got dehydrated and was very ill, therefore we could not go as planned. Please don't get sick because unless you plan to go the the ER and spend ~$500.00 to get a doctor note, your money will not be reimbursed to you!~

I always wanted to try skydiving. The weather wasn't great, and we waited for about three hours. I was really scared before jumping, but the feeling while the parachute was open was truly amazing. You can choose between having a photographer take pictures and having the instructor who jumps with you take photos. I asked the instructor, and I was very satisfied with the many pictures I received. It was over in a flash, but it was a great experience. I want to do it again.

１度はやってみたかった、スカイダイビング。
天気が良くなく、３時間程待ちました。
飛ぶ前が最高にこわかったけど、パラシュートが開くまでの間は本当に気持ちがよかったです。
写真と動画が、カメラマンにお願いするものと、一緒に飛ぶインストラクターが撮影するものと選べます。インストラクターにお願いしましたが、写真もたくさんで満足です。
あっという間だったけど、とてもいい体験ができました。また、やりたい。

I participated on Sunday, March 6, 2016. I was relieved that they arrived earlier than the pickup time. They were always late before... This time, I joined with my mother. There were two groups in total, including another couple. By chance, another person canceled suddenly, so it was just the four of us on the tour, which turned out to be really great. We always gathered before the meeting time, so the schedule progressed smoothly.

The guide, Nakama, provided detailed and careful guidance. It was very fulfilling. When we had a little extra time, they took us to a coffee farm for an irregular stop, where we took a short break. After that, we went on the main North Shore tour. At the new spot, Haleiwa Store Lots, I was able to buy the items I wanted and enjoyed Giovanni's Shrimp. The other couple had shrimp from a different wagon, but our guide, Nakama, kindly took us to Giovanni's, allowing us to make good use of our time there. Thank you very much! ^^

Because the timing was smooth and thanks to Nakama's consideration, we were able to enjoy a full circle around Oahu on the way back.

The couple who participated in the same tour was also very nice, and we had a great time. What I really felt during this tour was that the experience can vary greatly depending on the tour members... This time, the atmosphere was really warm, and I enjoyed it the most.

I would like to participate again if it’s like this. Thank you! ^^

2016年３月6日（日）に参加しました。
ピックアップ時間よりも早く来ていただき安心しました。
以前はいつも遅かったので・・。
今回は母と二人で参加致しました。
同じツアーには他に１組（二人）のカップルと計２組での参加でした。
たまたま、他の方が突然キャンセルになり、この４名でのツアーですが、これが本当によかったのです。常に集合時間前に集まるのでサクサクタイムスケジュールが進みます。

そしてガイドの仲間さんの丁寧な細かいご案内。
とっても充実してました。
時間が少しあると、イレギュラーにコーヒー農園に連れて行って下さり、
こちらで少し休憩。
その後メインのノース観光。新スポットのハレイワストアロッツでは希望の商品も購入し、
ジョバンニのシュリンプを食べました。
もう一組は別のワゴンでのシュリンプでしたが、
ガイドの仲間さんがジョバンニにまで送迎下さりここでも時間を有意義に利用出来ました。
ありがとうございました＾＾

時間がスムーズであったため、そして仲間さんのご配慮のおかげで、
帰りはオアフ１周で楽しめました。

同じツアー参加のカップルの方もとても感じが良いお二人で楽しかったです。
そして今回のツアーでつくづく感じたことは、
やはり同じツアーメンバーによって当たりハズレが激しいなと・・・
今回は本当にあったかい雰囲気で一番楽しめました。

またこのような感じでしたら参加したいです。
ありがとうございました＾＾

We participated as a family. During the second horseback riding session, I felt a bit more relaxed, and the 45 minutes flew by. My horse wandered off a few times and even charged into the bushes, but that was fun too. I wondered if I should have extended my trip to Macky's for the garlic shrimp in Haleiwa. The waves on the North Shore were truly amazing. Next time, I want to stay at Turtle Bay and play golf as well.

家族で参加しました。　２回目の乗馬は少し余裕もあり４５分はあっという間に過ぎました。　私の馬は何回か道草をしブッシュの中へも突入しましたがそれも楽しかったです。　ハレイワのガーリックシュリンプはマッキーズまで足を延ばせばよかったかな。　ノースショアの波はやっぱりすごかった。 今度はタートルベイに泊まりゴルフもしたいと思いました。

Our tour driver Gus, was awesome we had a fantastic day. The road to Hana is beautiful 617 switchback turns however, it was worth every turn. Our driver Gus stopped at beautiful waterfall, fantastic road side eateries and bought us the most wonderful banana bread we have ever tasted. We highly recommend this tour.

We used this service with my siblings. The instructor was very kind and great. The Japanese staff also guided us while driving us back, which was very nice. However, please note that tips for the instructor (around $20 per person) and the driver (around $10 per person) are required on-site, so be prepared for that. It's a valuable experience, so I highly recommend it.

兄弟で利用しました。
インストラクターの人はとても親切で良いです。
日本人のスタッフの方も帰りの車の中でガイドしながら送ってくれたりなど、とても良いです。
ただ、現地でインストラクター（1人20＄程度）とドライバー（1人10＄程度）へのチップが必要になりますので準備が必要です。
貴重な体験になりますのでオススメです

I participated in this tour as a memory of my honeymoon. The bento and miso soup served during the journey were delicious, and the driver was kind and entertaining, which made me very excited about the tour. Since I usually don't go up to 4200 meters, I was a bit worried about altitude sickness, but I was able to challenge the summit after taking a sufficient break at the Onizuka Center.

Additionally, while this tour provides jackets for rent, I recommend that those who are sensitive to the cold bring extra layers. I had heard that the weather near the summit of Mauna Kea is stable and the air is clear, making for beautiful starry skies, but experiencing the crisp air and the stunning sunset view in person was overwhelming. It truly became a lifelong memory to visit such a place where you can physically feel nature.

I would like to express my gratitude to the tour staff for allowing me to spend such a wonderful time. Thank you very much.

新婚旅行の思い出として今回のツアーに参加させていただきました。
道中で配られたお弁当とお味噌汁もおいしく、ドライバーさんは親切で面白い方でしたので、とても楽しく、ツアーへの期待が高まりました。普段は4200mの高さまで行かないので　高山病にならないかが少し不安でしたが、オニズカセンターで充分休憩が取れたので、山頂に挑むことができました。
また、こちらのツアーでは上着を貸して頂けますが、寒がりの人はそれだけではなく追加で持参することをお勧めします。
マウナケア山山頂付近は天候が安定し、空気が澄んでいるため星空が綺麗だと伺っておりましたが、いざ実際に行ってみて、普段の生活の中では味わえないその澄んだ空気、素晴らしいサンセットの景色に圧倒されました。文字通り、自然を体で感じることのできる、そんな場所に行けたことは一生の思い出となりました。
このような素敵な時間を過ごせたことに、ツアーのスタッフの方々に改めて感謝いたします。ありがとうございました。

I attended with my daughter. The shuttle service to the hotel was very convenient and helpful.

It was my first time riding a horse, and I was a bit anxious, but the instructors at the ranch were very friendly and made me feel at ease. My horse, being at the back of a group of six, didn't listen to me very well, probably because it was a bit spoiled. Still, the weather was great, and the seaside views were amazing, allowing us to fully enjoy about 40 minutes of horseback riding.

I visited the North Shore for the first time in nearly 20 years and was surprised by the changes in Haleiwa. I also had time for shopping, which allowed me to enjoy some shave ice, and I was very satisfied.

娘と二人での参加でした。ホテルまでの送迎ありはとても楽でたすかりました。
私は乗馬は初めてで、少し不安はありましたが、牧場のインストラクターの方がとてもフレンドリーで安心できました。6人グループの最後尾だった私の馬が、なかなか言うことを聞いてくれなかったのは、たぶんなめられていたせいだと思いますが、それでもお天気にも恵まれ海辺の景色は最高で、40分ほどの乗馬を満喫しました。ノースショアは、ほぼ２０年ぶりに訪れましたが、ハレイワの変貌に驚きショッピングタイムもとれたので、シェイブアイスも食べられて、満足しました。

The last main horseback riding experience, along with the other three tour plans, was incredibly satisfying and allowed us to fully enjoy Hawaii. The horseback riding, in particular, had a few cute little mishaps (like the horse continuously eating grass), but riding along the ocean view road while looking at the beautiful sea of North Shore was the best. I had never experienced such a long horseback ride before, so I felt quite fulfilled. If I had to wish for something, it would be for more free time at the Dole Plantation, as the only things we could do were buy souvenirs and eat. I was disappointed that I couldn't try the interesting pineapple maze.

The reason for the three-star rating is that, as mentioned in the title, the guide's attitude was poor from start to finish. I wondered if they were hungover because they were very unfriendly, creating a stark contrast with the excited customers. During the tour time of about 2 to 2.5 hours, the atmosphere in the vehicle was not very pleasant. When the guide explained the horseback riding, they mumbled, and I couldn't understand what they were saying, which left me feeling anxious and confused as we began the ride.

Since the only concern was the guide, I would like to request the same plan when I come with my family next time. Thank you. The photo is of the garlic shrimp I had during our free time at North Shore. The creamy shrimp had a unique texture that I had never experienced before, and it was very delicious—I highly recommend it.

最後のメイン乗馬はもちろんのこと、ほかの３つのツアープランもどれもハワイを満喫できるもので大満足です、特に乗馬は小さな可愛いハプニング（馬が草を食べ続ける）こともありますが、northshoreのきれいな海を見ながらのオーシャンビュー通りで乗馬できて最高でした、　乗馬自体あんなに長く乗れる体験はしたことないので、満足感はかなり得られました。　欲を言うならば、DOLE　plantationでの自由時間が少なく、できることがお土産とご飯を食べれることだけしかなかったので自由時間が取れればいいなと臨みます、面白そうなパイナップル迷路ができなかったのが残念だったからです。　

評価が３つなのは、タイトルに書いているようにガイドさんの態度が最初から最後まで悪かったからです。二日酔いなのかとても無愛想で、楽しみにしているお客さんとの温度差が激しく、　移動時間のツアー時間中の約2~2時間半、車内の雰囲気があまりよくなかったです。ガイドさんから乗馬の説明の際、もごもごしていて、何を言っているか理解できず、わけがわからない不安の状態のまま乗馬を始めたのが気がかりです。

気になり点はガイドさんだけだったので、次家族で来るときも同じプランをお願いしたいと思います、ありがとうございます。
写真はNorthshoreの自由行動の際食べたがガーリックシュリンプです、クリーム風のシュリンプは初めての触感でとってもおいしく、おすすめです。

My group contained myself, sister and her husband. We choose the zip & Dip. We loved the zipline the weather was over casted and we enjoyed the views. All seven lines were fun. I think we all enjoyed going backwards. We would recommend the ziplines. However we did not enjoy the Secret Island. Not worth the money. Not enough time to enjoy everything offered need more SUP. Lunch was ok. We enjoyed the fresh pineapple and the chicken was good.

I participated in the Mauna Kea sunset and stargazing tour on February 29. I was picked up at 2:45 PM from the Marriott Waikoloa Resort where I was staying, and we departed with guests from nearby hotels. The guide provided explanations about the scenery and the history of the Big Island during the drive, making for a fun and friendly atmosphere in the vehicle. We made a stop to take photos near the layers of solidified lava, and then headed to the Onizuka Visitor Center. At the Onizuka Visitor Center, we enjoyed a bento, miso soup, and warm tea. I had started to get tired of American food, so the white rice and miso soup were greatly appreciated. After a little over an hour of rest, we headed to the summit. The temperature at the summit was about 8 degrees, which seemed unusually warm for winter, but it was still very cold for a long stay, so I recommend dressing warmly to enjoy the outdoors for a longer time. The sea of clouds spreading below the summit and the sunset sinking into the clouds were truly breathtaking. After the sun set, we moved to the stargazing point. Under a sky full of stars, the guide provided a detailed explanation of the stars, making it an enjoyable experience.

Since this was a completely personal trip, I visited Kilauea and Hilo by rental car, but I truly felt that participating in this tour was a great decision. To save energy during the trip and enjoy safely under a knowledgeable guide, I recommend joining this tour while arranging the rest of your activities independently.

Guide ★★★★★
I was entertained with their extensive knowledge.
Photos ★★★★★
The guide helped with the settings.
They took many photos along the way.
Bento ★★★
Good portion size, but the taste was more American-style.

2月29日のマウナケア夕日・星空ツアーに参加しました。14時45分に宿泊していたマリオットワイコロアリゾートに迎えに来て頂き、近隣ホテルの方と共に出発。ガイドさんが道中も景色の説明やハワイ島の歴史等をして下さり楽しく和気藹々とした車内でした。途中停車し、溶岩が流れ固まった地層付近で写真撮影をした後オニヅカビジターセンターへ。オニヅカビジターセンターでは、お弁当、おみそしる、暖かいお茶をいただきました。日々アメリカンフードで飽き始めていたため、白いご飯とおみそしるがありがたかったです。一時間少々休憩ののち、いざ山頂へ。この日は山頂の気温は8度程度と冬にしては異常な暖かさだったようですが、それでも長時間いるにはとても寒かったので、より長く外で楽しむためにも厚着をオススメします。山頂眼下に広がる雲海、雲海の中に沈んでゆく夕日、はとにかく圧巻でした。日が沈み星空観察ポイントへ。満点の星空のもと、ガイドさんが丁寧に星空解説をして楽しませて下さりました。
今回完全に個人旅行だったため、キラウェア、ヒロ等はレンタカーで行きましたが、このツアーは参加して本当に良かったと思いました。旅の疲れをセーブし、しっかりとしたガイドさんのもと安全にたのしむためにも、他は個人手配でもこちらのみツアー参加をオススメします。

ガイドさん★★★★★
豊富な知識で楽しませて頂きました。
写真★★★★★
ガイドさんが設定の手伝いをして下さります。
道中写真を沢山撮って下さります
お弁当★★★
ボリューム◎味はアメリカ寄りの味でした。

I had a great time thanks to the polite guidance of the Japanese driver and their excellent time management. I felt reassured after receiving a lecture from the driver about horseback riding before we arrived at the ranch. I recommend this over the "Kualoa Ranch" I used previously. The driver also took various photos during the horseback riding with each person's camera, so I ended up with more riding photos than I expected.

For lunch, we were taken to a shrimp restaurant run by Japanese owners, which was delicious. We also got to see sea turtles on the beach, and the driver made a stop at a beach where a professional surfing competition was taking place, allowing me to see the big waves of the pipeline live for the first time. Overall, it was fantastic.

日本人の案内ドライバーさんの丁寧なガイドと適切な時間管理で、十分楽しめました。
乗馬については、牧場に着くまでにドライバーさんからレクチャーを受け安心しました。
以前に利用した「クアロア牧場」よりお勧めです。乗馬中の写真撮影もドライバーさんが各自のカメラで色々と撮影して頂いたので想定以上の乗馬写真が撮れました。
ランチについても、日本人経営のシュリンプのお店まで案内して頂きました、美味しかったです
ウミガメをビーチで見る事もできました、プロサーファーの大会が実施される大きな波が来るビーチにも途中立ち寄りして頂き、大波のパイプラインを生で初めて見ました。
とにかく良かったです。

It was truly a great experience! They picked me up at the hotel before 6 o'clock and dropped me off at the hotel around 11 o'clock!

本当にいい体験でした！
6時前にホテルまで迎えに来ていただき、
11時頃にはホテルに送っていただきました！

Due to health reasons, we suddenly switched from the snorkeling option tour to horseback riding for our family of four after arriving in Hawaii. The convenience of online booking is truly remarkable. We chose a two-hour course recommended in a Hawaii special on TV. After a brief 10-minute explanation using a Japanese video, we immediately started riding! At first, I was anxious due to the fast pace and the absence of a staff member holding the reins, which is common in Japan, but there was no need to worry as the horses were well-trained. You can guide them just by pulling the reins a little to prevent them from stopping to eat. The views of the mountains and ocean from horseback were fantastic, and the route included filming locations from Jurassic Park and Godzilla, so we were never bored. The trail wasn’t just flat; we also went through the woods and crossed streams, and my two daughters were very satisfied, even though they complained about sore bottoms. The instructor seemed to have learned Japanese as a second language, and although his Japanese was limited, he provided instructions in Japanese for key points, which was reassuring. The only complaint I have is that there was no pickup service from the Honolulu area for the course (which is only an issue for the dads who book). This is definitely a recommended tour that you can't easily experience in Japan.

体調の都合で、ハワイ到着後に急遽、シュノーケリングのオプションツアーから、家族４人で乗馬に切り替えました。インターネット予約の本当に便利なところ。ＴＶのハワイ特集で勧めていた２時間コースをチョイス。日本語ビデオを使った１０分ほどの説明の後、すぐに乗馬、出発！あまりのテンポの速さと、日本では必ず居るタズナを持つ従業員も居ないのでに最初は不安でしたが、馬がしっかり教育されているので心配無用。道草を食わないように（本当に馬が食べて止まってしまう）タズナを引っ張る程度で、進めることができます。馬上からの山、海の景色も素晴らしく、また、ジェラッシックパーク、ゴジラの撮影現場もルートに含まれているので飽きることはありません。また、平坦な道だけでなく、林の中や小川をわたることもあり、２人の娘たちもお尻が痛いと言いながら大満足でした。インストラクターの方は、第２外国として日本語を学んでいたようで、片言ですがポイントは日本語で指導してくれたので安心。コースにホノルル地区からの送迎付きがないのが唯一の不満かな（これは申し込むお父さんだけの問題）。日本では簡単に体験できない是非お勧めのツアーです。

Our tour guide josh was extremely friendly and personable. He seemed to know everything when it came to Maui and the environment in which we were hiking. The lunch was great and you couldn't beat the scenery! Would definitely refer a friend!!!

Unique and fun experience and the water was refreshing. The guides were a lot of fun and Chelsea gave great advise on local places to eat.

I experienced my first trip to Hawaii and my first skydiving adventure! Our group was the first to go, and everything went smoothly from the briefing to boarding the Cessna and jumping out, leaving no time to feel anxious (^^;) The first skydiving experience was amazing, and the instructor kept engaging with us, making it a lot of fun.

After we returned, the instructor handed us a small envelope for tips, which we were to fill out and drop into a separate box for the instructors. I also purchased the photo and video combo, but it seemed that we didn't reach the required altitude this time, so I received a discount of just over $30 from the total price. Payment could be made in cash or by credit card.

After waiting for about 40 minutes, we took the shuttle bus back to the hotel. However, it seemed that the group that followed us landed in a different location than expected, and their driver had to go pick them up, which delayed our return a bit.

When I read reviews before going, I had some concerns, but there were no significant issues from start to finish, and I had the best skydiving experience! I definitely think it's something everyone should try when they visit Hawaii. Highly recommended!

初ハワイ旅行で、初スカイダイビングを体験してきました！
私達のグループはトップバッターでしたが、説明されてセスナに乗ってから飛び降りるまでトントン拍子で、不安を感じる暇もありませんでした(^^;)
初めてのスカイダイビングは最高で、インストラクターの方も何度も声をかけて楽しませてくれました。
チップは帰ってきた後にインストラクターの方から小さな封筒を渡され、そこにチップを入れてインストラクター別のポストに投函するというかたちです。
また、私は写真とビデオのコンボを購入しましたが、今回は高度が足りなかったようで、代金から３０ドル強の値引きがされていました。購入は現金・クレジット共にOKでした。
そこから４０分ほど待機してからホテルへのシャトルバスに乗りましたが、私達の後のグループの方々が予想着地点でない場所に着地したようで、その方々の迎えに同様の運転手の方が行っていたので、それがなければもう少し早くに帰れていたと思います。
レビューを見た時には所々不安な点がありましたが、最初から最後まで特に悪い点はなく、最高のスカイダイビング体験が出来ました！
ハワイに来た際には是非一度体験するべきだと思います。オススメです。

I participated in a sunset and stargazing tour with my parents. Initially, I was considering a plan that included both the volcano and the stars, but I really didn't want to miss the sunset from the summit, so I chose this plan. (We drove to the red crater of Kilauea with a rental car.)

It turned out to be a great decision!

There were about two breaks on the way to the summit at approximately 4,200 meters, which was reassuring. We stopped at a photo spot, and both the guide's camera and our camera captured some great shots. Since it was my first time climbing a mountain over 4,000 meters, my parents, who are in their 60s, and I were a bit worried, but it was absolutely fine. It was indeed very cold at the summit, so the warm clothing, hats, and gloves that were provided were greatly appreciated. (Also, the cocoa we had at the rest stop was delicious...) The view from the summit was truly moving. Being above the clouds, I had never seen such a landscape before. The sunset was breathtaking! I kept taking photos over and over again (laughs). It was a moment when I thought, "I'm so glad I came to the Big Island." I highly recommend that everyone see it at least once.

At night, we moved to the stargazing point. The stars here were unlike anything I had ever seen before. I was amazed at how many stars were visible in the night sky! It was so moving! The guide's fun explanations and entertaining talk made the experience even more enjoyable. Additionally, I was surprised by the night sky photos. The pictures taken by the guide captured both the night sky and us beautifully; it was my first time seeing such photos. I also brought a mirrorless camera and learned techniques for photographing the night sky, allowing us to capture that beautiful sky with our own camera. (It also came in handy the next day at the red crater of the volcano! Yay☆) Thank you so much.

With the guide's humor and attentive care, both my parents and I were truly satisfied with this tour. I believe it was a wonderful experience to feel the essence of the Big Island.

両親と共にサンセットと星空観測ツアーに参加しました。
当初は火山と星空セットのプランにしようと思ったのですが、山頂でのサンセットはどうしても外したくなくて、こちらのプランにしました。（キラウエアの赤い火口はレンタカーで行きました。）

結果大正解でした！

約4200mの山頂までには休憩が２回ほどあり安心です。途中、写真スポットで停車していただき、ガイドさんのカメラと私たちのカメラの両方で撮影していただきました。
4000m級の山への登頂は初めてだったので、6０過ぎの両親も私も少し心配しておりましたが、全然大丈夫でした。さすがに山頂はとてーも寒いので、貸していただける防寒着・帽子・手袋は大変ありがたかったです。（あと、途中の休憩所で飲んだココアが美味しかった…）
山頂での景色は本当に感動しました。山の上は雲よりも高く、あんな景色はいままでに見たことがありません。さらにサンセットが感動ものでした！何度も何度もシャッターをきってました(笑)ハワイ島に来て良かったな～と思った瞬間でした。ぜひ一度、見に行かれることをおすすめします。

夜になって星空観測ポイントまで移動。ここでの星空も今までに見たことがないくらい星を見ることができました。こんなに星が夜空には出ているのかー！とびっくりしました。感激です！ガイドさんの楽しい説明と関西仕込みのトークでとても盛り上がりました。さらに、夜空の写真も驚きました。ガイドさんに撮っていただいた写真は、夜空も私たちもすごくキレイに映っていて、初めての写真でした。また、一眼レフ（ミラーレス）を持参したのですが、夜空が撮影するテクを教えていただき、自分たちのカメラにもあの夜空を収めることができました。（翌日のボルケーノの赤い火口でも役に立ちましたよ～！わーい☆）本当にありがとうございました。

ガイドさんお面白さと、細やかなケアも含め、このツアーは参加し、両親共々本当に満足しています。ハワイ島を感じられるとてもいいツアーであったと思います。

My 2nd skydive experience was wonderful. We arrived on time for the morning group and we were suited, jumped and out of there by 10:30. Didn't take as long as the other reviews made it seem. Our plane stalled while in the air, but it added to the excitement. We had a wonderful time. Kai was my instructor and he was great.

I was worried about participating alone, but I had a great time even by myself. It was my first experience with horseback riding, but all the horses were well-trained, so I was able to enjoy it without any danger. The scenery was beautiful, and it offered a sense of relaxation that was different from Waikiki.

ひとり参加で不安に思っていましたが、一人でも十分に楽しめました。
乗馬は初めてでしたが、良く調教されている馬ばかりでしたので
危険なこともなく楽しめました。
景色がきれいでワイキキとは違い癒しを味わえました